Campus Life
With over 30,000 students across six campuses, there really is something ALWAYS going on at FAU! Between over 400+ clubs and organizations, fraternity and sorority life, and a dedicated service learning office, you're sure to find your fit at FAU! Not to mention, living in south Florida means the beach is less than 2 miles away from the Boca campus, many off-campus restaurants, a seemingly endless array of events, and world-class shopping in both downtown Jupiter and downtown Boca, and you've got a world of culture all around you!
Learn more below, and feel free to reserve your spot to visit campus to see it for yourself!
Five Fast FAU Campus Life Facts for NMS Students
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The Wilkes Honors College (WHC) sets the standard for honors colleges nationwide. WHC graduation rates are among the top of Florida's state university system with six-year and four-year rates at 82% and 70%, respectively (national public university averages are 58% and 33%).
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You can make the most of your time at FAU by participating in any of our 400 clubs and organizations, recreational sports, volunteer activities and more.
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Each year more than 5,000 student-led events create a lively and enriching campus experience for you to thrive within everyday.
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With over 15 different dining options in Boca, and an all-you-care-to-eat dining hall in Jupiter, you'll never go hungry!
- The Office of Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) empowers students to realize their potential and know they are leaders who can make a difference to better themselves, their spheres of influence and society through events, programming, and education in and out of the classroom.
On-Campus Housing at FAU
Housing is an important part of any collegiate experience, and as a National Merit Scholar at FAU no matter which campus experience you choose to pursue, you certainly have a wide range of housing options!
In order to secure housing, you must be admitted to FAU and have paid your tuition deposit prior to applying for on-campus living. It is strongly encouraged and highly recommended to apply early as space is limited and the demand for housing is high. The first-year requirement for students outside of 30 miles has been suspended starting in spring 2023 for first-year students on the Boca Raton campus. This policy does NOT apply to students attending the Wilkes Honors College in Jupiter. On the Jupiter campus, there is a two-year on-campus living experience required for all Jupiter campus students.
Click here to learn more about the housing options on the Jupiter campus, and click here to learn more about the housing options on the Boca Raton campus. The Office of Housing and Residential Education also hosts an off-campus housing website in partnership with Apartments.com for Boca students who wish to explore off-campus options.